Location: Woodward, Pennsylvania
Woodward PA, located in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania, is a world-class action sports destination and camp. Our employee experience and culture are derived from our main product: FUN. We work, progress, and play in a world of innovative environments. If this sounds like what you are looking for, wed love to hear from you!
MTB Program Staff Roles
MTB Coaches, Counselors, and Zone Coaches are vital to the overall success of the MTB Program. In this position, you will be expected to perform one of these three roles each week. Each of these roles carries a different focus with each contributing to the overall camper experience.
MTB Coach
The MTB Coach is primarily responsible for supporting and tracking the daily progression and development of each camper in their assigned instruction group. Coaches also host or assist with clinics each day and support program events. As an MTB Coach, your goal is to ensure a high level of training and progression, making sure campers are engaged and progressing in a safe manner.
MTB Counselor
The MTB Counselor is responsible for the health, safety, and overall well-being of all of the campers within their cabin throughout each day and overnight. Counselors are responsible for supporting their campers through the week based on their individual needs. As a MTB Counselor, your goal is to ensure a cohesive cabin environment, individual growth, and a memorable and fun camp experience.
MTB Zone Coach
The MTB Zone Coach is responsible for the safety, cleanliness, and fun of the action sports facilities. Zone Coaches will actively attend to one (1) action sports zone at a time, ensuring it is ready for use during open ride sessions. As a MTB Zone Coach, your goal is to create an inviting, upbeat, and welcoming atmosphere while engaging with campers and supporting their progression as needed.
Whats in it for you?
Summer Season: 3 Meals Daily and Employee Housing Available! Access to our world-class facilities. You will work and play in the same innovative environments as professional and Olympic athletes!
Discounts on food, retail, and gear!
Career Development and growth opportunities here and at our facilities across the globe!
A connection with people who share the same passions and embrace each other's unique and individual styles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Attend and participate in all staff trainings and meetings to acquire all relevant and needed information.
Adhere to all standards, practices, and policies set by the MTB Program and Woodward PA.
Responsible for the safety, support, and well-being of up to 14 campers each week.
Effectively carry out all aspects of the MTB Program Curriculum as assigned based on role.
Create a cohesive and positive experience among all campers in your care.
Ensure campers are acting responsibly, respectfully, and following all camp standards.
Report all camper challenges and violations to the Leadership team.
Support as needed.
Communicate with the medical team effectively in event of an injury.
Support in the routine safety inspections and cleanliness of camp facilities as assigned.
Report all safety concerns immediately to your direct Supervisor.
Other duties as assigned.
Role-Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Coaches
Actively supervise/manage your assigned group (+/-8). Develop lesson plans to ensure campers learn new skills and meet goals utilizing Woodwards progression tools and WIPS system. Evaluate campers daily and provide meaningful feedback to ensure growth individually and as a group.
Assist with daily MTB Program events.
Counselors
Manage camper interactions and support individual camper needs for all campers in your assigned cabin (+/-14).
Assist campers in daily routine including chores, overall cabin/surrounding area cleanliness, schedules, travelling to program activities and meals.
Enforce lights out standards and cell phone policy management, etc.
Zone Coaches
Ensure zone is clean, free of all trash & debris, hazards and is safe for open ride sessions at all times.
Provide open instruction, engage with campers and ensure all safety standards are met.
Supervisory Responsibilities
+/- 15 Campers (7-17 years old)
Key Skills and Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills. Able to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Has the ability to take direction and uphold the companys values.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate supervision, agile, and able to pivot quickly.
Exhibits initiative, responsibility, and accountability.
Comfortable handling confidential information.
Successful working in an independent and team environment.
Ability to develop strong relationships with diverse groups of people.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Provide work-related references upon request.
Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-hire background checks, including criminal history clearance through the Pennsylvania State Police (PATCH), child abuse clearance through the Department of Public Welfare, Motor Vehicle Record if required by position, and federal background screening via FBI fingerprinting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred 1+ years of experience working with kids and/or teens.
Preferred PMBIA or similar mountain bike coaching certification.
Experience working in a camp environment is preferred.
High School degree or equivalent preferred.
Experience in mountain bike coaching preferred.
Pre-Requisites
Must have or be able to obtain the following prior to starting work:
Woodward will supply information to assist you in obtaining these if needed.
Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.
Safesport Training Certificate.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Physical Capabilities: bend, twist, push, pull, stand, lift 50 lbs.
Must be comfortable working in an outdoor and indoor all-season environment.
Adhere to all workplace safety practices, expectations, and guidelines.
Primary on-site work location: Woodward, PA
Preferred Commitment
Preferred Commitment: 3 week minimum preferred
About Us
You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view.
If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to hr@woodwardcamp.com